F6B To The Dark Side

[ghostrider]

Put me on second

Btw for some more interesting reading, Neil Peart the drummer for "Rush" also has a series of interesting books about his motorcycle adventures. He rides his BMW in between shows as he travels around the world.

[av8rdave]

Put me on second

Btw for some more interesting reading, Neil Peart the drummer for "Rush" also has a series of interesting books about his motorcycle adventures. He rides his BMW in between shows as he travels around the world.

Any connection to your screen name?

I'm a huge Peart/Rush fan. Have seen their shows several times -always great!

[Teach]

Bob, and there in lies the problem. You read what you wanted to read and NOT what I posted. The weight or additional weight in and of itself is NOT a huge issue. What you didn't get was lateral force applied to the FD's bearings. So maybe before revisiting you should look into it some more.
As I stated I have no interest in fighting over this with you. I am pretty sure some fella's with a whole lot more engineering experience than I have a better knowledge of what should not be done with the parts they designed. I'll leave it there.
May your journeys all be safe......

Gumby, why would I not open this thread? I find it of some interest to see what folks are doing with their bikes. Why so defensive over opposing views?
Obviously I am not going to change Bob's mind, nor was that my intention, but I did point out a few flaws in the DS argument. Won't make any difference to those who want to run DS, might for someone on the fence.

As for the "can't find any" DS failures? Didn't look too hard because there is one posted to youtube, and it was a wing.

Ride safe fella's.

[bob109]

Bob, and there in lies the problem. You read what you wanted to read and NOT what I posted. The weight or additional weight in and of itself is NOT a huge issue. What you didn't get was lateral force applied to the FD's bearings. So maybe before revisiting you should look into it some more.
As I stated I have no interest in fighting over this with you. I am pretty sure some fella's with a whole lot more engineering experience than I have a better knowledge of what should not be done with the parts they designed. I'll leave it there.
May your journeys all be safe......

Gumby, why would I not open this thread? I find it of some interest to see what folks are doing with their bikes. Why so defensive over opposing views?
Obviously I am not going to change Bob's mind, nor was that my intention, but I did point out a few flaws in the DS argument. Won't make any difference to those who want to run DS, might for someone on the fence.

As for the "can't find any" DS failures? Didn't look too hard because there is one posted to youtube, and it was a wing.

Ride safe fella's.

Once again "Thanks" for sharing that with me

As (your quote) "I didn't get what was"lateral force applied to the FD bearings", I'm giving you the podium so you can share your knowledge on this subject. Please explain it in layman terms so "I get it" along with all the other folks who are following this thread. I know you will clearly articulate the difference between the MT/CT lateral forces so there's no mistake on anyones part on this subject, which you raised as a issue. Thanking you, "Teach", from all of your inquisitive students. Were listening!

You Ride Safe Also

[Mustangjake]

I couldn't find it on YouTube can u post a link ?
I still putting it on my bike ! Just would like to see the video.
I Have been riding the same roads Keeping track of my speeds
So I can do a fair comparison When I change the tire.

[Dark Knight]

Found this intense article on the web about CT vs MT.

http://www.goldwingfacts.com/forums/...-rim-tire.html

[chipmaker]

No matter how wrong I think a car tire on a motorcycle is engineering wise, there are just too many successful darksiders, Honda, HD, and otherwise for me to say it's wrong. So I stand on the sideline for these discussions.

[bob109]

Found this intense article on the web about CT vs MT.

http://www.goldwingfacts.com/forums/...-rim-tire.html

That is a remarkable article and worth reading by all cycle riders!

Thanks for bringing it to this post.

Bob

[ghostrider]

Any connection to your screen name?

I'm a huge Peart/Rush fan. Have seen their shows several times -always great!

Yes, as a matter of fact it is. I'm a big fan too, really enjoyed reading his books and seeing RUSH in concert. I originally saw them at the swing auditorium in San Bernadino when they played backup to another band during their 2112 album concert. Just blew away the audience.

[ghostrider]

http://neilpeart.net/index2.html

This is the link to his web site if anyone is interested. (hoping it's a link)